WHAT CAN I DO WITH A MAJOR IN... LINGUISTICS

lin·guis·tics The science of language, including phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, pragmatics, and historical linguistics. *"linguistics." Dictionary.com Unabridged (v 1.1). Random House, Inc. 29 Jul cs

Linguistics Majors Study The various components of language(s), such as sounds (phonetics), structure of words (morphology), meanings (semantics), or sentence structure (syntax) How languages work, change, how people learn them, and how they are used The role of language in society (While knowledge of a foreign language is not required, it maybe be helpful) How we encode, organize, and give meaning through subjective experiences using the process of our 5 senses How we think and communicate verbally and non- verbally to produce results and change...And more

Specializations Most undergraduate programs offer only a general course of study. However, many specializations can be pursued with additional study. These include (but are not limited to): Applied Linguistics Computational Linguistics Endangered Languages Discourse Analysis Language Development Linguistic Anthropology Literature and Language Machine Translation Multilingualism Neurolinguistics Sociolinguistics

Linguistics At The University Of South Carolina Undergraduate Options Degree: Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies (BAIS) Major: Interdisciplinary Studies (concentration in Linguistics) Minor: Linguistics

Linguistics At The University Of South Carolina Graduate Degrees Master of Arts (MA) Linguistics Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Linguistics

Linguistics Majors Develop Skills In Analyzing and describing language and the role of language in human experience and culture Knowledge of phonetics/phonology/ grammar Historical/comparative linguistics Familiarity with syntax and semantics Knowledge of social factors in language Analyzing statistical information

Linguistics Majors Develop Skills In Using effective verbal and written communication to convey facts, theories, and ideas Problem solving, conceptual, and analytical thinking Writing translations Clarifying others’ thoughts and ideas Seeing connections Thinking critically Arguing logically/ independently

Employment Settings Business & Commerce: Includes management and direction of for-profit organizations including the development of business plans, marketing strategies, product development, and human resource management.

Sample Occupational Titles Associated With Business & Commerce Consultant Corporate Communications Specialist Interpreter Lawyer Machine Translator Marketing Specialist Naming/Trademark/ Branding Consultant Public Relations Executive Research Analyst Sign Language Interpreter Translator Sales/Customer Service Script Developer

Employment Settings Computer Science/Programming: The field includes areas such as design and engineering of computer hardware and software, sales and service, systems development and programming, and computer operations.

Sample Occupational Titles Associated With Computer Science/Programming Artificial Intelligence Programmer Code Breaker Programmer Robotics Designer Software Developer/Test Sound Engineering Technician Voice Recognition Software Programmer

Employment Settings Education: Includes classroom instruction, curricula development, research, writing, administration, program management, and lecturing. Teaching and research positions at colleges and universities require an advanced degree. Most other teaching positions require appropriate certification.

Sample Occupational Titles Associated With Education College/University Instructor Curriculum Developer English as a Second Language Instructor Foreign Language Teacher High School Teacher Interpreter Linguist Researcher Sign Language Interpreter Standardized Test Developer Translator

Employment Settings Government & Non-Profit: The Federal, state, or local levels of government make use of planning, research, communication, data collection, and statistical analysis skills possessed by linguistics majors in the development and management of government controlled resources and property. The non-profit field may include program management, public service and social services. Linguistics majors are also used because of their understanding of language.

Sample Occupational Titles Associated With Government & Non-profit Anthropologist Archeologist Code Breaker Emergency Response Standards Coordinator Federal Law Enforcement Agent Interpreter Language Policy Developer Literacy Program Developer Translator

Employment Settings Health Sciences: Includes healing, both physical and mental, hospital/doctor’s office services, and some technician positions. Most physician and counseling positions require the completion of a certification or advanced study program.

Sample Occupational Titles Associated With Health Sciences Audiologist Medical Translator Neurolinguist Neurologist Neuropsychologist/psychiatrist Physician Speech Pathologist/Therapist

Employment Settings Writing, Editing, Publishing: Includes the areas of creativity, the precise use of language, and details. Further specialization may lead to writing your own works of fact of fantasy, proofing the quality and style of someone else’s writing, or managing the logistical and business side of writing.

Sample Occupational Titles Associated With Writing, Editing & Publishing Critic Editor Filmmaker Grant Writer Lexicographer Poet Publisher Speech Writer Technical Writer Translator

Strategies For Developing Skills To Get The Job You Want Pursue an excellent academic record Obtain part-time, summer, or internship work experience Consider learning a foreign language Conduct undergraduate research Develop strong quantitative and statistical skills Minor in an additional area of interest (i.E. Language, business, anthropology, computer science, education) Develop strong writing and speaking skills Secure leadership positions in campus or community groups Shadow the work of a professional

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